What reading level is City of Thieves (Battle Dragons #1)?

City of Thieves (Battle Dragons #1) by Alex London is at a Level 6 reading level. Recommended for Middle Grades readers (Ages 9-12).

What age is City of Thieves (Battle Dragons #1) appropriate for?

City of Thieves (Battle Dragons #1) is recommended for Ages 9-12. HootRating: 11ME (Moderate — Emotional).

What genre is City of Thieves (Battle Dragons #1)?

City of Thieves (Battle Dragons #1) is fiction — Juvenile Fiction.

Does City of Thieves (Battle Dragons #1) have any content warnings?

City of Thieves (Battle Dragons #1) has a HootRating of 11ME (Moderate — Emotional). No specific content flags noted. On HootRated, every book is rated across four dimensions — emotional, physical, social, and thematic — to help parents make informed choices.

How many pages is City of Thieves (Battle Dragons #1)?

City of Thieves (Battle Dragons #1) by Alex London is 272 pages.

City of Thieves (Battle Dragons #1)

Alex London

City of Thieves (Battle Dragons #1)

Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide

by Alex London

Reading Level 6 11ME Ages 9-12 Matched

The text is written at a 6th grade reading level, the subject matter is intended for middle graders (ages 9–12), and the content has moderate intensity with some emotionally heavy themes.

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About This Book

The sharp clang of dragon claws against steel echoes through the neon-lit city, filling the night air with a thrilling buzz. Below, Abel feels the rough scales of a stolen dragon beneath him, heart pounding as gangs clash in fierce battles overhead. In a world where dragons rule the skies and secrets fly faster than fire, Abel’s choices will shape everything he loves.

Themes

Adventure Fantasy World-Building Friendship Family

Quick Assessment

Set in a futuristic city where dragons are domesticated and used in high-stakes battles, this middle-grade fantasy follows Abel, a boy caught between family loyalty and dangerous gang conflicts. The story explores themes of bravery, trust, and identity, suitable for ages 9 to 12, with action-packed scenes involving fantasy violence and complex social dynamics. Parents should note the presence of gang-related conflict and some tense moments but no graphic content.